Anatomy of a Schism

Having been an Anglican briefly, before becoming Catholic, I watch the breakup of the Anglican Communion unfold with sadness both … More

The Consecration of Russia

After 105 years, the consecration of Russia, to Mary’s Immaculate Heart, is finally scheduled to happen in the way she … More

The End of an Era

We have reached the end of an era. Pope Francis Apostolic Letter Traditionis Custodes has revoked and nullified Pope Benedict … More

Pope Idolatry: It’s Not Really Catholic

We are living in unprecedented times, and I think that calls for unprecedented action. Our bishops no longer seem to … More

Catholic , Papist and Popolatry: What’s the Difference?

Catholics follow the pope. Everyone knows that. What some people don’t know is what that really means. Non-Catholics tend to … More

Pope Francis and Gay Civil Unions

I have been asked to share my thoughts on the “off the cuff” statements Pope Francis recently made on gay … More

When Peter has Fallen

What do we call it when a pope doesn’t act like a pope? That’s something modern Catholics struggle with, because … More

Reflections on Querida Amazonia

Pope Francis’ apostolic exhortation on the Amazon Synod has been released. Titled Querida Amazonia, the document proved to not be … More

Understanding Terms: Christian, Catholic & Protestant

This morning I read an article (see here) that made me laugh, because it relayed a story about a cardinal … More

Rome Will Have to Choose

There are two polarities in the Catholic Church today, and while these two polarities have existed together under the popes … More